December 22, 2022
Nigeria: Famous Nigerian Comedian Peteru Is Dead
Peteru, a household name in comedy circles due to his unique mimicry, died on Thursday. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Comedian Peteru Is Dead
Peteru, a household name in comedy circles due to his unique mimicry, died on Thursday. Read more »
December 20, 2022
Nigeria: After 125 Years, Germany Commences Return of Stolen Benin Bronzes to Nigeria
"We are here to return the Benin Bronzes to where they belong- to the people of Nigeria. We are here to right a wrong," Germany's Foreign Minister, Annalena Baerbock, said. Read more »
Nigeria: Asake's London Concert - Another Stampede Victim Dies
The deceased was on the security team for Asake's London concert as a contractor. Read more »
December 15, 2022
Nigeria: Big Brother Titans - Organisers Announce Start Date, $100,000 Star Prize
BBNaija host Ebuka Obi-Uchendu and Mzansi anchor Lawrence Maleka will co-host Big Brother Titans. Read more »
December 13, 2022
Nigeria: Nigerian Journalist, Yinka Fabowale, to Release Book Reliving Thrilling Newsroom Career
Bosses, colleagues, and experts express views as award-winning journalist, Yinka Fabowale, relives career in "A Reporter and His Beat". Read more »
December 12, 2022
Nigeria: After Failing to Perform in Ghana, Wizkid Repeats Same in Abidjan
It is the second time Wizkid will disappoint his Ivorian fans. Read more »
Nigeria: Twitter Relaunches $8 Monthly Blue Subscription, Charges iPhone Users More
Subscribers will be able to edit tweets, upload 1080p video and have access to reader mode. Read more »
December 11, 2022
Nigeria: Wizkid Apologises for Failing to Perform in Ghana
Wizkid extended his heartfelt apology to his fans on Sunday evening. Read more »
Nigeria: One Year After Divorce, Paul (PSquare) Flaunts New Lover
Paul and Anita's seven-year marriage ended in August 2021. Read more »
Ghana: Ghanaians Angry As Wizkid Fails to Show Up for Live Concert
It is still unclear why Wizkid was a no-show to the event as hours prior, he confirmed his attendance via a Twitter post. Read more »
December 09, 2022
Nigeria: D'Banj Breaks Silence on Arrest
PREMIUM TIMES broke the news of D'banj's detention after ICPC operatives closed in on him, forcing him to surrender himself at the agency's headquarters in Abuja, Nigeria's… Read more »
Nigeria: Detaining D'Banj - Probe into Alleged Fraud at N-Power Scheme Continues
The claim by the ministry comes as a hint that its petition to the ICPC could have triggered the arrest of the pop star, D'banj, over alleged fraud in the payment system in the… Read more »
December 07, 2022
Nigeria: Nigerians Warned Against TikTok Video Challenges
The WASP stealer, which is high in probability with critical damage potential, is a persistent malware hosted its developer claims are undetectable. Read more »
Nigeria: N-Power - D'Banj's Arrest Is Misconceived, Malicious - Lawyer
D'banj was arrested and detained Tuesday after ICPC operatives closed in on him, forcing him to surrender himself at the agency's headquarters in Abuja. Read more »
Nigeria: Oxlade, Peter Obi, Asake, Black Sherif Are Most-Searched Persons in Nigeria in 2022 - Google
AFCON, Oxlade, Casemiro, Will Smith, Queen Elizabeth, Finesse lyrics, Anikulapo and Buga lead trends on Search. Read more »
Nigeria: ICPC Confirms Arrest, Detention of D'Banj Over Alleged N-Power Fraud
The ICPC says the investigation of D'banj will be all-encompassing and that his alleged collaborators are being probed as well. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Pop Star D'Banj Arrested, Detained
A songwriter, singer, rapper and television personality, D'banj has been active in the vibrant Nigerian music scene since 2004. Read more »
November 23, 2022
Nigeria: In New Exhibition, French Artist Revisits Plight of Chibok Girls
The exhibition was a collaboration between the Department of Fine & Applied Arts of the Obafemi Awolowo University and the families of the Chibok girls Boko Haram kidnapped in… Read more »
December 05, 2022
Nigeria: U.S. Awards Grant to Train Curators On Preservation of Nigeria's Wooden Artifacts
US Consul General Will Stevens highlighted the longstanding commitment of the United States government to partner with Nigeria to preserve its rich history and culture. Read more »
December 04, 2022
Nigeria: Selina Tested, Tegwolo, Innocient Housemaid, Among Nigeria's Most-Trending YouTube Videos of 2022
YouTube claims that this year's lists reflect the most critical moments to unfold in 2022, on and offline, such as the performance video for Mavin's song titled Overloading. Read more »
December 02, 2022
Nigeria: 'Why I Don't Listen to Rap' - Wizkid
Starboy said the Afrobeat genre is a refreshing alternative for people stuck with the same sound for years. Read more »
December 01, 2022
Nigeria: Spotify Wrapped 2022 - Burna Boy Is Most-Streamed Artiste in Nigeria
Burna Boy dominated the position competing with fellow artistes, including Asake Wizkid, BNXN fka Buju, Davido, Fireboy DML, Omah Lay, Rema, Kizz Daniel and even international act… Read more »
Nigeria: Procedural Drama Series, 'Crime and Justice Lagos', Debuts This December
'Crime and Justice Lagos', a new police procedural and crime drama series, will begin airing on the 8th of December. Read more »
November 30, 2022
Nigeria: 2023 - Seyi Tinubu Meets E-Money, Odumeje, Kcee, Obi Cubana, Other Entertainers
Yul Edochie, Kanayo O Kanayo and White Money attended the parley Read more »